Ok, this isn’t a sexy piece of content. Don’t worry, we have plenty of features on HELLO! that ticks those boxes, but I wanted to create something that might help those in need.
Let’s discuss bloat-friendly trousers, shall we? I’m not here to talk about how to beat the bloat or gut friendly foods or even Victoria Beckham's genius hack for beating the bloat (though it's a good one!), I’m here to point you in the direction of trousers that might help in times of need.
You know, whether your tummy is just feeling a little tender or whether you just have to look at dairy and gluten and your tummy expands, or you're in perimenopause and your jeans are a real struggle right now. Or, maybe you just want to wear a pair of trousers at home instead of leggings or joggers and you don't want to have to wrestle with a button and a zip each day. I'm here to help.
I'll tell you why I felt the need to write this feature. A while back I was alerted to a pair of £19.50 trousers from M&S (or $34.99) with the promise of comfort (I don’t remember the TikToker’s name but I’d be thanking her if I did). I instantly added them to basket in every colour and finally tried them on last night and they are as comfortable as she said they were.
Will you win a best dressed award in a pair of pull-on trousers? No, probably not, but you won’t be on the worst dressed list either. They’re usually wide-leg trousers but we want them to be lightweight and so soft. These are the type of trousers you'd wear with cool white trainers or a pair of ballet flats.
Anyway, I’ll show my new purchase below but now I know what I want from bloat-friendly trousers, I’ve searched the high-street for some easy-to-wear trousers.
- Trending on TikTok: M&S Jersey Wide Leg Trousers with Stretch, £19.50 / $34.99
- Linen-blend: Uniqlo Linen Blend Easy Trousers, £19.90 / $29.90
- Pull-on trousers with a sporty stripe: Wyse London Penny Ponte Wide Leg Trousers, £180 / $310
- Jeans with a drawstring: Boden Drawcord Denim Trousers, £99 / $149
- Pull-on work trousers: Reiss Elasticated Waist Trousers, £98 / $170
- Stripe pull-on trousers: H&M Spripe Trousers, £17 / $29.99
How I found the best bloat-friendly pull-on trousers
- Comfort factor: I’ve steered away from zips and buttons on this edit. If you suffer with bloating you’ll know zips and buttons are the absolute enemy.
- Stylish: I don’t want this to be an ugly trouser edit, ok? Being comfortable shouldn’t mean giving up your love of fashion. An elasticated waist can be chic y’know. I've chosen trend-led trouser styles; from linen summer styles to evening looks.
- My trusted brands: As I couldn’t try on all the trousers in this edit I’ve limited it to the brands I shop at the most and the brands I trust to deliver the goods. I also paid attention to the reviews online as well.
- Materials: Stretch is your friend when you're looking for pull-on elasticated trousers.
The best bloat-friendly pull-on trousers with stretch and elastic waistbands
M&S Jersey Wide Leg Trousers with Stretch
© M&S- Colours available: Black, Navy, Charcoal
- Leg lengths available: Extra Short, Short, Regular, Tall
- Pull-on style
Ahhh, those magic words ‘with stretch’. These were the trousers I spoke about earlier. They’re so incredibly comfy and I think I can style them so they don’t look like pyjamas. Granted, there is a risk of that but I plan to always try to elevate the look as best as I can.
They often sell out but tend to get re-stocked - they're definitely a bestseller for a reason.
Boden Drawcord Denim Trousers
© Boden- Colours available: Mid Blue
- Leg lengths available: Regular
- Pull-on style
Boden is a go-to of mine for work wear, or cool casual weekend-wear. These trousers will be great for this season and for next, and perfect for weekend activities. The legs are loose; the waist is drawstring – what's not to love?
Alo Yoga Suit Up Trouser
© Alo Yoga- Colours available: Black, Navy
- Leg lengths available: Regular, Tall
- Pull-on style
I've purchased these because I'm such an Alo fan girl, and trust me when I say, they look great. I wish I could wear a crop top just like the model, but sadly, I'm not that confident. These trousers are the cool-girl silhouette your closet is missing. I love the signature boxer-style elastic waistband (wear it high or low on the hips), and the side pockets. They’re made from a lightweight, softly swishy fabric that can be dressed up or down as you please.
Wyse London Penny Ponte Wide Leg Trousers
© Wyse London- Colours available: Black/Red, Mightnight/Merlot, Deep Fig
- Leg lengths available: Regular, Long
- Pull-on style
Wyse London is a great option for trousers as you can often get different leg length options. I love these side stripe trousers. Pair with a bright coloured tee or elevate with a shirt.
Uniqlo Easy Blend Linen Trousers
© Uniqlo- Colours available: Black, Light Orange, Natural, Beige, Dark Brown, Green, Blue, Navy, Stripe
- Leg lengths available: Regular, Longer
- Pull-on style
Thanks to the external waist drawstring, you can adjust your size accordingly and the narrow elastic waistband gives a sleek look. There are matching shirts available as well so you can create your own co-ord.
New Look Black Pull-On Tailored Trousers
© New Look- Colours available: Black, Mink
- Leg lengths available: Regular
- Pull-on style
Say goodbye to painful work trousers, and say hello to feeling extra comfy at your desk. They will keep you super relaxed all day long with their pull on fit and tapered legs. Add trainers for a cool look.
Lands' End Women's Relaxed Straight Leg Drawstring Jeans
© Lands' End- Colours available: Medium Canal Wash, Light Breeze Wash
- Leg lengths available: Regular, Petite
- Pull-on style
If you love jeans but find them super uncomfortable to wear for long periods of time I've seen some cool looking jeans on the high-street with a drawstring fastening instead. These Lands' End ones look super stylish.
River Island Black Textured Wide Leg Trousers
© River Island- Colours available: Black, Brown
- Leg lengths available: Regular
- Pull-on style
I love River Island for lots of things, but now I can add comfortable pull-on trousers to that list. Look at how cool these look with the matching top - tres chic.
H&M Pull On Wide Drawstring Trousers
© H&M- Colours available: Navy, Black
- Leg lengths available: Regular
- Pull-on style
Who says you have to miss out on fashion trends if you're in struggle mode? These smart looking side stripe trousers look ready for a an outing without the discomfort- just add your favourite top.
Reiss Elasticated Waist Trousers
© Reiss- Colours available: Black, Navy
- Leg lengths available: Regular, Petite
- Pull-on style
How luxurious do these trousers look from Reiss? Perfect for the office and for feeling comfortable and chic in the boardroom. The stripe detail adds a unique difference to the fit.
